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Hatch joined the PA Game Commission in banding young barn owls from a local farm—one of the happiest days of her life.

No Plan, No Problem

Taking chances and opportunities as they come, Penn State Altoona graduate Haley Hatch has forged a path into environmental education.

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Left to right: Cinnsire Warner, Emma Moniz, Will Auman, Michael Halloran, and Debbie Canole stand at the new exhibit honoring John C. Halloran.

History Students Honor WWII Altoona Railroader

Three Penn State Altoona history students recently assisted Dr. Jared Frederick with a new temporary exhibit installation in the History program's rotating display case in the lobby of the Smith Building. The new display features original and personal artifacts that belonged to World War II veteran John C. Halloran and were donated by his son, Michael.

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